Iroquoia

Greater Niagara Circle Route hike #1 of 5

Hike open to BTC Members only.

Hosting Club: Niagara, Iroquoia
Category: General Hike
Location (Google Maps): For our first hike we will meet at Kingsbridge Park in Chippewa (located just upstream from the Falls) and will then carpool to the Butler’s Barrack’s parking lot on John Street East in NIAGARA-ON-THE-LAKE where we will begin hiking at 8:30. All meet times for this series of hikes will be 8:00AM because of the distances involved. We will be doing the circle in a clockwise progression.

Hike Leader(s): Bryon Robertson Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)

Pace: Brisk – 4 to 5 km/hr
Terrain: Easy – Mostly flat and usually good footing
Distance: 28.5km.

Description

This series of five hikes is geared toward the experienced hiker capable of maintaining a sustained 3.5 km./hr to 5.0 km./hr. pace for the day. The combined hike distances of 144 km. make this the longest hike offered by the Niagara Section and the equivalent of doing a sectional E2E for many of the other sections. It is in fact the longest side trail in the entire Bruce Trail Conservancy.  Although generally flat and almost entirely paved the speeds and distances involved (between 26 and 34 km. ) make this a difficult series. Hikers will be expected to wear proper hiking boots and clothing, because of  changing weather conditions and be carrying sufficient water and food for a full day of hiking.

Greater Niagara Circle Route hike #2 of 5

Hike open to BTC Members only.

Hosting Club: Niagara, Iroquoia

Location (Google Maps): Our second meeting point will be at Old Fort Erie Parking lot in Fort Erie. We will then carpool to Kingsbridge Park in Chippawa to begin our hike. All meet times will be at 8:00AM and we will be doing the circle in a clockwise progression.

Hike Leader(s): Bryon Robertson Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)

Pace: Brisk – 4 to 5 km/hr
Terrain: Easy – Mostly flat and usually good footing
Distance: 28.5 km.

Description

This series of hikes is geared toward the experienced hiker capable of maintaining a steady 3.5 km./hr. to 5.0 km./ hr. pace over relatively easy terrain but for extended distances. The hikes are therefore somewhat similar to sectional E2Es and good experience for those considering these hikes for next year, or hikers just wanting to stay in shape before the holidays. Despite being mainly over paved trail, hikers are expected to wear proper hiking clothes and hiking boots, due to changeable and probable wet weather conditions.  Hikers are also expected to carry sufficient water and food supplies for personal use, over an entire day of hiking, and a brief on trail lunch stop has been allowed for. Badges will be available for purchase by successful hikers upon completion of the series in N-O-T-L  ($10.00).

Evening HMCS Haida Hike

Hosting Club: Iroquoia
Category: Good Companions
Location (Google Maps): Boat launch at Bayfront Park, Hamilton

Hike Leader(s): Mike Gill Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)

Pace: Medium – 3 to 4 km/hr
Terrain: Easy – Mostly flat and usually good footing
Distance: 6km

Description

It’s mid-week so come out and stretch your legs before the weekend.

We’ll meet at the boat launch in Bayfront Park and walk around the peninsula and then over to the HMCS Haida and return to the parking lot.

The walkway is well lit, however, it is an evening walk along a trail shared with bike riders.  I recommend wearing warm clothing with reflective strips and / or lighting.

Lunch time loops

Hosting Club: Iroquoia
Category: General Hike
Location (Google Maps): Dundas Valley Conservation Area

Hike Leader(s): Robert House Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)

Pace: Medium – 3 to 4 km/hr
Terrain: Moderate – Some hills and/or some poor footing
Distance: 6KM

Description

Dundas Valley Conservation Area is a magnificent outdoor area consisting of over 40km (about 24.85 mi) of trails located minutes from the downtown core of Hamilton. Join us this Friday, November 11th at 12:30 as we explore the Dear Run loop, the Main loop, and the Headwaters trail to the Homestead Trail loop.  

This will be a moderately paced hike totaling about 6KM. The hike should finish within 2 hours.  

We will meet at the trail map sign in the main parking lot for the trail centre.  

The gatehouse will be closed, entry is free if you have your HCA card or $11 if you do not have a membership. Only credit cards are accepted at the gate. 

The trail is gravel or grass with some roots and rocks and some steep hills.  

Bring snacks, a warm beverage, and weather-appropriate clothing. 

Please arrive at 12:15 so we can start promptly at 12:30